Mission Viejo: Vector Control Zoom Meeting Nov. 5 Will Cover ‘Ankle-Biter’ Mosquito

Press release from the City of Mission Viejo:

October 26, 2020

The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) is hosting a special informational Zoom meeting at 5:30 pm on November 5 to discuss the “ankle-biter” mosquito prevalent throughout Orange County.

The meeting will focus on the invasive Aedes mosquito, an aggressive black-and-white insect that is thriving in populations across the State.

Because of this, OCMVCD is asking residents to:

• Be proactive in mosquito control
• Protect themselves from bites
• Adapt to a new way of enjoying the outdoors

The best way to reduce mosquito activity is to eliminate water sources from your property. Mosquitoes breed in backyard sources such as flowerpot saucers, yard drains, water-holding plants and other small containers. Download a property checklist and learn more at this link. For standing water that cannot be removed, residents can place mosquitofish to large sources or apply BTI granules to smaller sources. A service request for a property inspection is available by calling 714-971-2421 or visiting ocvector.org.

For bite prevention, the key is to wear EPA-registered repellent like DEET, Picaridin, IR3535, Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus (OLE). Another way to prevent bites is to wear long sleeves and pants. For added protection, apply the repellent to clothing.

To learn more and join the November 5 Zoom meeting, click on this link at 5:30 pm. Information is also available on this flier.

This press release was produced by the City of Mission Viejo. The views expressed here are the author’s own.